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A big thank you to Ichiran for sending me this gift. It’s their popular instant ramen, now in a vegan version. I have to say, I’m very impressed by how closely it captures the taste of their regular ramen. You still get that premium quality, even in an instant format.
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The broth captures the rich umami that Ichiran is known for, with a surprising depth despite being vegan. While the viscosity was light, the broth still delivered a comforting savory flavor that echoed their traditional tonkotsu.
The texture of the noodles was smooth and easy to slurp, providing a good contrast to the richness of the broth. I actually prefer this version to their original instant ramen.
To maintain a vegan-friendly approach, I think some fresh green onions would add a lovely sharpness and a pop of color. Additionally, some thinly sliced cabbage would introduce a nice bit of crunch and subtle sweetness to the overall experience.
Tasting Notes
- Spice Level: 1/5
- Broth Viscosity: 1/5
- Noodle Thickness: 1/5
- Noodle Type: Thin and straight
- Topping Suggestions: Green Onions, Sliced Cabbage
Order the instant ramen here: Ichiran Vegan Ramen
Have you tried this Ichiran Vegan Ramen? What are your favorite vegan ramen toppings? Let me know in the comments!
Frequently Asked Questions
For the spice level, my friend James, who taste tests the ramens with me, gives his rating out of 5 based on his experience with the heat. My own spice tolerance tends to be higher than most, so James’s rating gives a more general sense of the spiciness. Keep in mind that spice is still subjective, so what’s mild for him might be spicy for you, and vice versa!
That’s how thick or thin the broth is. A 1/5 would be very watery, while a 5/5 would be super thick and almost syrupy.
This is just a general gauge of how thick the noodles are compared to other instant ramen noodles I’ve tried. A 1/5 would be very thin, like vermicelli, and a 5/5 would be very thick and wide.
Here, I’m just describing the style or texture of the noodles, like “udon-like” for a chewy and thick noodle, or “thin and curly” for a more classic instant ramen style.
